Jen Maigret

Jen Maigret is a Professor of Architecture and Director of Climate Futures at the University of Michigan's Taubman College of Architecture & Urban Planning. Her work bridges architecture, culture, and ecological health, with a focus on sustainable design and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Education: Master of Architecture (University of Michigan), Master of Science in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology (University of Michigan), Bachelor of Arts in Biology (Hartwick College)

Maigret’s research emphasizes sustainability and climate-responsive design, informed by her dual expertise in architecture and ecology. She leads courses like Sustainable Systems and Architecture, Sustainability and the City, integrating ecological principles into architectural practice.

Her projects, such as the Climate Futures Exhibition (2024), highlight innovative approaches to environmental challenges. Notable awards include the 2021 Emerging Voices Award (Architectural League of New York) and the 2022 AIA Michigan Building Design Honor Award for the Michigan Animal Rescue League.